1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 840 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charmant | CLK |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
